George Allison
George Allison is the founder and editor of the UK Defence Journal. He holds a degree in Cyber Security from Glasgow Caledonian University and specialises in naval and cyber security topics. George has appeared on national radio and television to provide commentary on defence and security issues. Twitter: @geoallison
BMT supports commissioning of HMS Magpie
The commissioning of HMS Magpie took place last week.
Queen Elizabeth class carrier maintenance and refit dry dock location still not chosen
It has been revealed that the Ministry of Defence have not chosen where the Queen Elizabeth class will dry-dock for maintenance.
BAE awarded contract for Future Combat Air System work
BAE Systems has been awarded contract by the Ministry of Defence to work on Future Combat Air System (FCAS) concepts and technologies.
Defence Committee blast Government over lack of E-3D Sentry AWACS aircraft
Reports suggest that only one of the six E-3D Sentry AWACS fleet owned by the UK is available.
F-35 visits RAF Valley for the first time
The future of Royal Air Force and Royal Navy air power, the F-35, has visited the home of UK advanced fighter pilot training.
New British ‘Dragonfire’ laser weapon expected to be tested soon
Qinetiq have discussed the schedule for the testing of 'Dragonfire' a new British laser directed energy weapon.
Defence Secretary cuts ribbon on missile factory
Defence Secretary Gavin Williamson has officially opened a Bolton-based factory.
RFA Mounts Bay begins hurricane season patrol
RFA Mounts Bay is visiting British territories in the region to help them prepare for this year's storms.
Raytheon designing laser to counter rocket, artillery and mortar attacks
Raytheon is developing a 100 kW class laser weapon system preliminary design for integration on-board the Family of Medium Tactical Vehicles in service with the United States.
Royal Navy hands over Command of SNMG2 to the Netherlands
Commodore Mike Utley OBE has formally handed over Command of the Standing NATO Maritime Group Two to his Dutch counterpart Commodore Boudewijn G.F.M. Boots.
